2010 Renault Duster vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Duster would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2010 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 227 kg more than 2010 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Renault Duster | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Renault | Hyundai |
| Model | Duster | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2640 mm |
